Each guitar I build is one of a kind, designed in close personal collaboration with my client. Options, even among the standard option levels, are selected to create a personalized instrument tailored to the wants and needs of my client. I build each guitar one at a time.
Selection of materials is based on strength, stability, longevity, beauty, and ability to produce fine tone. All instruments, no matter the level of options, are built to the same high standards of detail and craftsmanship.
While I tend to lean towards the American steel string guitar tradition, I use modern materials and techniques where I feel they assist me in building a better instrument. As an example of using modern materials, I believe a stiff neck is paramount to, not only stability, but also good tone and sustain. To that end, I use carbon fiber neck reinforcement as a standard feature, despite the increased cost and labor. I do this because I believe it makes for a better guitar. On the other hand, I feel that some traditional materials, such as shellac, varnish and hide glue, when used appropriately, also contribute to creating a fine guitar.
